Scott Milanovich’s new coaching staff is dotted with CFL experience, a necessary attribute that should put the Argos in a solid position to compete for a championship.

While GM Jim Barker’s work in assembling a roster remains in progress, Milanovich’s announcement on Thursday allows the Argos to begin the process of scheming, looking ahead to what could possibly be utilized in all three phases of football.

“I am extremely excited and proud of the staff that will lead our football team into the 2014 season, all of whom have prior CFL experience and are tremendous teachers that I believe our players will embrace and respond to,” the Argos head coach said in a prepared statement.

Following the off-season departures of several key assistants, including defensive co-ordinator Chris Jones, now Edmonton’s head coach, and special teams co-ordinator Mike O’Shea, whom the Blue Bombers appointed as their head coach, vacancies had to be filled and Milanovich has now executed his search.

Jim Daley, Casey Creehan, Will Plemons and Pat Perles have all been exposed to the CFL, Daley having the most experience in virtually every aspect of coaching.

Of the aforementioned assistants, Daley’s role is the most impactful in succeeding O’Shea.

“I have previously worked with Jim Daley and he brings a wealth of experience to our staff, most recently as the co-ordinator for Hamilton’s record-setting special teams in 2012,’’ Milanovich said. “I have also coached with Casey Creehan in the past. He is an experienced, young coach with tremendous energy and a history of motivating his players to compete with the same passion he brings to the game.

“Will Plemons is a tremendous technician and has had great success in Winnipeg developing his players into fierce pass rushers. Pat Perles has experience in the CFL, NFL and Division 1 college football. He will do a tremendous job in leading our offensive line in the protection of our quarterbacks.”

Perles becomes Toronto’s new offensive line coach, Creehan, who worked with Daley in Hamilton as the Ticats defensive co-ordinator under George Cortez, will oversee the linebacking unit, while Perles will coach the defensive line.

Eddie Brown, one of the few holdovers from Milanovich’s 2013 staff, will be used as a defensive and special teams assistant.

Far too often, coaching appointments are dismissed, but a new staff brings a new approach, even if some of the names might be viewed as old.

Whether it’s technique in how defensive backs cover receivers, how offensive linemen block or a philosophy in how the game is viewed, the makeup of a staff can dictate how a team plays.

On offence, the Argos will remain a passing team with Ricky Ray at the helm.

Daley may not be as aggressive as O’Shea was at times, but the savvy Daley isn’t afraid to push the envelope when it’s required.

Initially, Daley’s main task is on the cover teams.

With Tim Burke replacing Jones, the Argos are expected to be a lot more aggressive in attacking quarterbacks.